Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Falling Waters Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falling Waters Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Falling Waters Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Falling Waters Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Falling Waters Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#100 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
77%
61%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falling Waters Elementary School's ranking?
Falling Waters Elementary School is ranked #100 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Falling Waters Elementary School?
417 students attend Falling Waters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Falling Waters Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falling Waters Elementary School?
Falling Waters Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Falling Waters Elementary School offer ?
Falling Waters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Falling Waters Elementary School part of?
Falling Waters Elementary School is part of Gretna School District.
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